Extension to offer private pesticide applicator program

The University of Wyoming Extension will offer a pesticide safety education program for private applicators March 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Big Horn County Weed & Pest building, 4782 Highway 310, near Greybull.

Private applicator licenses are required for anyone who purchases and applies restricted use pesticides (RUPs) to their own property or properties they manage. 

UW Extension’s private pesticide applicator education programs provide an overview of certification requirements, pertinent regulations, pesticide safety and handling, proper disposal practices and more. 

All participants are required to bring a government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license, to their session.

Upon completion of the program, the proctor of the class will submit all completed private applicator license applications to the Wyoming Department of Agriculture for approval and issuance of licenses.

For more information and to view a complete list of upcoming private applicator programs across the state, visit https://bit.ly/wy-private-psep.